Living in Park Forest

Single Family Homes

Dramatic signature and one-of-a-kind single family homes adorn the streets of Park Forest. Classic ranch style and Cape Code homes accommodate small families and empty nesters, while three and four bedroom split levels are available for households seeking larger dwellings. Wooded estates are situated at the southern tip of the village amidst a thick oak forest, and new upscale homes have been built since 2000. Contact a local realtor for more information about a single family home in Park Forest.

Park Forest’s newest single family neighborhood, Legacy Square, includes 63 new homes built by award-winning home builder, Bigelow Homes. These unique single family homes are located right in the heart of Downtown Park Forest within easy walking distance of shopping, entertainment, and village services.

If you want to customize an existing home to meet your individual needs, the village has established an Architectural Design Program to assist you. For less than $10, you can obtain architectural plans for five of the original Park Forest house models that provide options for master bedroom/bathroom suites, family rooms, and expanded kitchens.

Condominiums

Park Forest offers four condominium associations. These spacious condominiums are all located new the center of the village. You can choose from one, two, or three bedroom homes with full basements. Contact a local realtor for more information about purchasing a condominium home in Park Forest.

Cooperatives

Park Forest is unique in offering more than 2,000 cooperative dwelling units at five different non-profit cooperative corporations. Co-op residents are shareholders in these corporations, and pay low monthly carrying charges for building and common area maintenance and refuse collections. In Park Forest, the carrying charges tend to be much lower than rents on comparable units, and a portion of these payments qualify as tax deductions under Federal and State income tax laws. Check out the cooperatives online.

Rentals

There are a number of different options for residents seeking multifamily rental options. These include high rise living, town home style living, and housing geared to a senior population. The village has instituted a Crime Free Housing Ordinance that helps to ensure that all residents are living in a safe and neighborly community. Add a statement about the parental responsibility ordinance. More information about how these Ordinances impact residents, homeowners, and landlords can be found on the Park Forest Police Department’s home page.